Intervertebral Disc Regeneration Using Platelet-Rich Plasma and Biodegradable Gelatin Hydrogel Microspheres
This study evaluated the regenerative effects of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for the degenerated intervertebral disc (IVD) in vivo.
Modified CPB Circuit for Postoperative Rescue of High-Risk Patients Following Cardiac Repair: Are We Keeping Safe?
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is commonly used to treat postcardiotomy cardiopulmonary dysfunction in small children.
Quantification of Perfusion Modes in Terms of Surplus Hemodynamic Energy Levels in a Simulated Pediatric CPB Model
The objective of this investigation was to compare pulsatile versus nonpulsatile perfusion modes in terms of surplus hemodynamic energy (SHE) levels during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) in a simulated neonatal model.
A New Treatment Option for Pulmonary Valvular Insufficiency: First Experiences With Implantation of a Self-Expanding Stented Valve Without Use of Cardiopulmonary Bypass
We describe a novel technique with a transventricular implantation of a stented bio-prosthesis without cardiopulmonary bypass that allows for implantation of prosthesis with diameters greater than 22mm.
Temperature During Cardiopulmonary Bypass: The Discrepancies Between Monitored Sites
We performed studies in patients to determine whether temperature recordings from sites commonly monitored during hypothermic cardiopulmonary bypass adequately reflect cerebral temperature.
Normoxia vs. Hyperoxia: Impact of Oxygen Tension Strategies on Outcomes for Patients Receiving Cardiopulmonary Bypass for Routine Cardiac Surgical Repair
The objective of this study was to determine if a hyperoxic strategy can lead to equally beneficial outcomes for short-term support as measured by total ventilator time and total length of stay in intensive care unit (ICU) in the cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) patient at a private institution.
Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery is Standard of Care: Where Do You Stand?
several large, nonrandomized retrospective case series. The studies demonstrated that CABG can be performed safely without CPB (off-pump surgery), and suggested that there are benefits compared with conventional CABG. However, the randomized controlled studies published to date have been, as a whole, unable to conclusively demonstrate advantages of off-pump CABG.
Drug Eluting Stents Pose Death Risk
The concern centers on devices called drug-eluting stents. Doctors implant them in the hearts of about a million Americans a year to treat coronary artery disease. They generate some $5 billion a year in sales for the two companies that make them. But they may be doing more harm than good.
Autologous Platelet Gel: An in Vitro Analysis of Platelet-Rich Plasma Using Multiple Cycles
The purpose of this study was to show that processing two cycles of the same syringe could reduce the amount of blood required to produce a specific volume of PRP.
Autologous Platelet Gel: An in Vitro Analysis of Platelet-Rich Plasma Using Multiple Cycles
The purpose of this study was to show that processing two cycles of the same syringe could reduce the amount of blood required to produce a specific volume of PRP.
Platelet-Rich Plasma Combined With Skin Substitute for Chronic Wound Healing: A Case Report
Contemporary management of chronic wounds focuses on improving natural healing and individualization of treatment. Incorporating multiple therapies has become increasingly common. Of interest are autologous growth factors, which are especially important in chronic wound healing and may contribute to tissue formation and epithelialization.
In Vitro Evaluation of the Air Separation Ability of Four Cardiovascular Manufacturer Extracorporeal Circuit Designs
The air-separating ability of Cobe Cardiovascular, Gish Biomedical, Medtronic, and Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corp. ECCs were studied in vitro under clinically relevant conditions.